Mothers of Manicani cry for jobs, vow to protect the island
Just in time for the celebration of International Women’s Month, a group of mothers representing the 4 barangays of the island of Manicani — Banaag, Buenavista, Hamorawon, San Jose — gathered together to draw attention to the economic condition in their communities, committing to protecting Manicani as they await the resumption of jobs in the island.
The island of Manicani in Eastern Samar is a highly-mineralized area where mining operations had been deferred for years as the government contract of HMC’s Manicani Nickel Project (MNP), to manage the development of the mineral resources of the island, had to go through extended and detailed legal scrutiny.
For years, majority of the residents of the island have been anticipating and appealing for the government to allow the resumption of mining operations knowing it will bring the much-needed jobs and economic freedom to the more than 600 households in the island.
Last March 2 the Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced the resumption of the operations of Hinatuan Mining Corp. (HMC), after years of deliberation, including the release of the result of the investigation conducted by the Agency’s ‘Special Team’ attesting to the feasibility and viability of mining in the island.
HMC and CMC are subsidiaries of NAC.
Globe Business Bags First Gold, 2 Silvers at Anvil Awards
The Public Relations Society of the Philippines (PRSP) recently feted Globe Business, the enterprise arm of Globe, with its first gold plus two silver awards at the much-coveted 57th Anvil Awards.
Globe Business proved its excellence by bagging the Gold Anvil Award for Public Relations Tools: Multimedia / Digital Tool – Online Video for “Project Colbert Clockwork Webisodes.”
Clockwork is a Globe Business platform that hosts a series of thought leadership interviews aired via YouTube. The topics discussed in Clockwork range from personal and professional insights to business trends and industry best practices.
Through Clockwork, Globe inspired viewers and immersed them in thought leadership segments hosted by famous TV personality Edu Manzano with leaders of top Philippine corporations as guests.
Capping off Globe Business’ history-making win are two Silver Anvil Awards for Public Relations Tools: Exhibits and Special Events – Conferences/Conventions for its annual Leadership Innovation forum (Lead-In 2020) and its Project Eagle 2020 campaign.
Lead-In 2020, through a series of talks, empowered and enlightened participants on the value of digital transformation during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lead-In 2020 was also the culmination of the Project Eagle 2020 campaign through a narrative building up digital transformation for a braver tomorrow, supported by Twitter and Facebook posts, PR articles, and client networking.
The Anvil is considered the “Oscars” of the Philippine PR industry, awarded to outstanding public relations programs, tools, and practitioners after careful screening by select PR professionals and judging by a distinguished multi-sectoral jury.
‘Digiskarte Package’ boosts Visayas coops
Nine cooperatives in the Visayas region have started to benefit from the partnership of Smart and Aboitiz Foundation, aimed at enabling small businesses’ digital capacities.
Under the partnership, 19 beneficiaries nationwide have received a “Digiskarte Package” which includes Smart SIM cards, LTE handsets, retailer kit with load wallets, customized store signage, and other freebies. An ICT Training will also be provided to coop leaders and members to guide them on the proper utilization of digital space to develop their livelihood.
One of the recipients of the Digiskarte Package is Sagip Multipurpose Cooperative (SMC) which was named one of the most progressive cooperatives in Visayas. The others are Uling Multipurpose Cooperative, Paknaan Multipurpose Cooperative, Association of Concerned Cubacanos for Environmental Sustainability and Sanitation, Inc., San Roques Multipurpose Cooperative, Cabancalan Urban Poor & Resettlement Multipurpose Cooperative, Rural Settler Multipurpose Cooperative, Cobcawa Multipurpose Cooperative, and Cambinocot Multipurpose Cooperative.
Innovative container labs
MGI Tech Co., Ltd., a global life science leader and innovator, has been helping Asean countries strengthen their COVID-19 response by enhancing support for large-scale COVID-19 testing capacity.
In the Philippines, a COVID-19 testing lab was launched at the Jose B. Lingad Memorial Regional Hospital in San Fernando City, Pampanga, powered by MGI’s innovative laboratory automation systems, which can conduct up to 10,000 tests per day.
MGI’s latest assistance in the region is the Champa LSEA Laboratory, the first third-party detection center in Laos built with a 12-meter-long shipping container and designed to meet large-scale testing demands.
The innovative container laboratory can process up to 30,000 samples per day if batch testing is conducted.
The MGI container lab model has the potential to become a long-term public health infrastructure and will continue to provide value for local communities.
BIR conducts briefing for Clark locators, SMEs
The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) recently conducted a briefing for locators in this Freeport on business requirements and other tax compliance requirements.
A total of 100 participants from various Clark locators, representatives from Clark Development Corporation (CDC), and other Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) attended the said event held via Zoom.
During the online activity, participants were informed about the proper application for registration for self-employed individuals, as well as topics on estates and trusts, Corporations, Partnerships, Cooperatives, Associations, Local Government Units (LGUs), and Branch or Facility among others.
CDC Vice President for Admin and Finance Engr. Mariza O. Mandocdoc and CDC Vice President for Business Development and Business Enhancement Group Rynah F. Ventura were also present in the briefing.
Ventura represented CDC President and CEO Manuel R. Gaerlan and expressed her gratitude to BIR for organizing the event which provided information and updates on proper registration and other tax compliance requirements for SMEs.
Ventura also mentioned the importance of the right legal documentation and registration in her closing remarks pointing out that this can also safeguard businesses from penalties, fees, litigation and other legal troubles
In 2020, the BIR inaugurated its Revenue District Office No. 21C office in this Freeport. The launching of their office here was graced by BIR Commissioner Caesar Dulay, BIR Regional Director Edgar Tolentino, and BIR Assistant Regional Director Claire Corpuz.
Under Executive Order 98, “all government agencies, instrumentalities, LGUs, and Government-Owned and Controlled Corporations (GOCCs) to include the Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) as part of the essential requirements in all applications for a government permit, license, clearance, and official paper or document”.
Testing facility opens
Vertiv and AWS Distribution Philippines Corp., Vertiv’s exclusive distributor for mid-market and three-phase power and thermal products in the Philippines, recently unveiled the companies’ first joint modern testing facility in the country.
Located in Binangonan, Rizal, the facility will allow AWS Distribution customers to test the performance and interoperability of their purchased Vertiv power and thermal solutions.
The facility, which opened early this month, offers testing options such as simulation of uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems and precision cooling systems operating under various load and operating conditions, as well as pre-installation testing, for confidence in a smooth and seamless deployment at the customer’s install base.
Test results are documented and customers are provided with a comprehensive report.
LUAP unveils nat’l awards
The Life Underwriters Association of the Philippines (LUAP) formally launched its first-ever national awards program for the country’s top life insurance advisors and companies last March 17.
In partnership with the Insurance Commission (IC), LUAP unveiled the Philippine Life Insurance Agents Awards (PhilLIAA) during a media event held at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza in Pasay City. A memorandum of agreement was also signed to signify LUAP and IC’s commitment to continue fostering the culture of excellence in the insurance industry.
This year’s program has three categories, namely the Elite Awards, the Asian Circle of Excellence award, and the Gintong Kalasag which is the newest addition to the awards this year.
Life insurance agents and companies in the Philippines are eligible to join the awards program. Entry to the PhilLIAA incurs a standard registration fee.
Avon’s latest
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Global Women Who RULE now on its 2nd year
The 2nd Global Women Who RULE summit will be held in celebration of Women’s Month. As with last year’s event, women of all backgrounds from around the world will gather to get as varied and holistic a perspective as we can of the Filipina of 2022.
In the past year, two Filipinas gained high recognition: the Philippines’ first Olympic gold, won by Hidilyn Diaz, and the Philippine’s first Nobel laureate, Maria Ressa for her efforts in independent journalism.
In this GWWR summit, as with last year’s, invited were women-leader speakers to share their own stories, of both struggle and success, and what guidance they can provide, for fellow women.
Learn what makes our 22 Filipino Women-leader profiles (speakers) tick, listen to their stories, experiences and lessons in our 6-hour long summit, this 26th of March 2022, Saturday, from 1PM to 7PM PHT.
GWWR 2022 will be streamed live on the TNC’s Facebook page and YouTube channel.
